Cobalt Digital Inc 9215-FTx-EM User manual

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Cobalt Digital Inc.
9215-FTx-EM
AES/EBU Fiber Audio Embedder
User Manual
9215-UM
Version: 1.0

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9215-FTx-EM •AES/EBU Fiber Audio Embedder User Manual
•Cobalt Digital Inc. Part Number: 9215-UM
•Document Version: 1.0
•Printed in the United States.
•Last Author: CGG
•Printing Date: 12/12/09
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright
© 2010 Cobalt Digital Inc.. All rights reserved.
Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of
Cobalt Digital Inc.. Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited.
Patents
This product is protected by the following US Patents: 4,205,346; 5,115,314; 5,280,346;
5,561,404; 7,034,886; 7,508,455. This product is protected by the following Canadian Patents:
2039277; 1237518; 1127289. Other patents pending.
Notice
The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without
notice and should not be construed as commitment by Cobalt Digital Inc.. Cobalt Digital Inc.
assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Trademarks
•is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited.
•is a registered trademark of Cobalt Digital Inc.
•All other product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in this
manual are used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of
their respective owners.

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Important Regulatory and Safety Notices
Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety
Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage.
Products may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy
certain regulatory compliance requirements. Notices have been included in this publication to call
attention to these specific requirements.
Symbol Meanings
This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions within the Product Manual Documentation. Failure to heed this
information may present a major risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment.
Warning — The symbol with the word “Warning” within the equipment manual
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution — The symbol with the word “Caution” within the equipment manual
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Notice — The symbol with the word “Notice” within the equipment manual indicates a
situation, which if not avoided, may result in major or minor equipment damage or a
situation which could place the equipment in a non-compliant operating state.
ESD Susceptibility — This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or
electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event.
Important Safety Instructions
Caution — This product is intended to be a component product of an 8300 series
frame. Refer to the frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the
proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products.
Warning — Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still
present a safety hazard, with the power switch in the OFF position. To avoid electrical
shock, disconnect all A/C power cards from the chassis’ rear appliance connectors
before servicing this area.

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Warning —Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator
and service personnel from hazardous voltages. For continued safety, replace all
barriers after any servicing.
This product contains safety critical parts, which if incorrectly replaced may present a
risk of fire or electrical shock. Components contained with the product’s power supplies
and power supply area, are not intended to be customer serviced and should be
returned to the factory for repair. To reduce the risk of fire, replacement fuses must be
the same time and rating. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
EMC Notices
United States of America
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Notice —Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by
Cobalt Digital Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
CANADA
This Class “A”digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appariel numerique de la classe “A”est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
EUROPE
This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
CE Directive 93/68/EEC.
INTERNATIONAL
This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22:1997 along with amendments A1:2000 and
A2:2002, and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device.
Notice —This is a Class A product. In domestic environments, this product may
cause radio interference, in which case the user may have to take adequate measures.

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Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices
Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the sections below so as to avoid
personnel injury and to prevent product damage. For further safety information when using fiber
products, consult the following publications:
•IEC-60825- 2, Safety of Laser Products - Part 2: Safety of Optical Fiber
Communication Systems (OFCS) (for use outside of the U.S.A.)
•ANSI Z136.2, Safe Use of Optical Fiber Communication Systems Utilizing Laser
Diode and LED Sources (for use in the U.S.A.)
Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy
certain regulatory compliance requirements.
Caution —Before operating or servicing this product, all personnel should be familiar
with laser safety and fiber handling practices.
Safety Measures for Operation
During normal operation of this product, heed the following safety measures:
•Do not stare at, or into, broken, or damaged, fibers.
•Do not stare at, or into, optical connectors.
•Only properly trained and authorized personnel should be permitted to perform
laser/fiber optic operations.
•Ensure that appropriate labels are displayed in plain view and in close proximity to the
optical port on the protective housing/access panel of the terminal equipment.
Safety Measures for Maintenance and Servicing
Warning —Do not use optical equipment, such as a microscope or an eye loupe, to
stare at the energized fiber end. Doing so may damage your eyes.
During maintenance and servicing of this product, only properly trained and authorized personnel
shall be allowed to use optical test or diagnostic equipment.
Laser Information
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1:2007
Caution —INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO
THE BEAM.

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Maintenance/User Serviceable Parts
Routine maintenance to this Cobalt Digital Inc. product is not required. This product contains no user
serviceable parts. If the frame does not appear to be working properly, please contact Technical
Support using the numbers listed under the “Contact Us”section on the last page of this manual. All
Cobalt Digital Inc. products are covered by a generous 5-year warranty and will be repaired without
charge for materials or labor within this period. See the “Warranty and Repair Policy”section in this
manual for details.
Environmental Information
The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its
production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the
extraction of natural resources, Cobalt Digital Inc. encourages you to use the appropriate take-back
systems. These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end-of-life equipment in
an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner.
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local
or regional waste administration.
You can also contact Cobalt Digital Inc. for more information on the environmental performances of
our products.

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Contents
Introduction 1-1
In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................1-1
A Word of Thanks....................................................................................................1-1
Overview.................................................................................................................................1-2
Features ....................................................................................................................1-2
Functional Block Diagram......................................................................................................1-3
Documentation Terms and Conventions.................................................................................1-4
Installation 2-1
In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................2-1
Before You Begin...................................................................................................................2-2
Static Discharge........................................................................................................2-2
Unpacking.................................................................................................................2-2
Working with Fiber Optic Connectors......................................................................2-2
Installing the 9215-FTx-EM ...................................................................................................2-2
Rear Modules for the 9215-FTx-EM........................................................................2-3
Installing a Rear Module ..........................................................................................2-3
Installing the 9215-FTx-EM.....................................................................................2-3
Cabling for the 9215-FTx-EM................................................................................................2-5
8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview......................................................................2-5
Software Upgrades for the 9215-FTx-EM..............................................................................2-6
Performing Software Upgrades ................................................................................2-6
User Controls 3-1
In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................3-1
Card Overview........................................................................................................................3-2
Control and Monitoring Features............................................................................................3-4
Status and Selection LEDs on the 9215-FTx-EM.....................................................3-4
Reference Compatibility.........................................................................................................3-6
Frame Rate Compatibility.........................................................................................3-6
Operation Notes......................................................................................................................3-7
Audio Proc Amp Controls........................................................................................3-7
Minimum Delay Overview.......................................................................................3-7
Menus 4-1
In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................4-1
SNMP Monitoring and Control ..............................................................................................4-2
DashBoard Menus for the 9215-FTx-EM...............................................................................4-3
Status Tab.................................................................................................................4-3
Setup Menus.............................................................................................................4-6
Input Status Menus...................................................................................................4-8
AES Inputs 1-8 Menus..............................................................................................4-9

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Embedded Outputs Menus......................................................................................4-10
Alarm Enables Menus.............................................................................................4-11
Card-edge Menu System.......................................................................................................4-14
Navigation ..............................................................................................................4-14
Card-edge Menus....................................................................................................4-14
Menu Descriptions..................................................................................................4-16
Specifications 5-1
In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................5-1
9215-FTx-EM Technical Specifications.................................................................................5-2
Channel Status Data Table......................................................................................................5-4
Passing the Status Bytes............................................................................................5-4
Service Information 6-1
In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................6-1
Troubleshooting Checklist......................................................................................................6-2
Bootload Button........................................................................................................6-2
Warranty and Repair Policy....................................................................................................6-3

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Introduction
In This Chapter
This chapter contains the following sections:
•Overview
•9215-FTx-EM Functional Block Diagram
•Documentation Terms and Conventions
A Word of Thanks
Congratulations on choosing a 9215-FTx-EM AES/EBU Fiber Audio Embedder. The Cobalt Digital
Inc. line includes video decoders and encoders, audio embedders and de-embedders, distribution
amplifiers, format converters, and much more. Cobalt Digital Inc. modular conversion gear will meet
your signal conversion needs now, and well into the future.
Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your 9215-FTx-EM, please
contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. Our technical support staff is always
available for consultation, training, or service.

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Overview
The 9215-FTx-EM is a broadcast-quality embedder with one multi-rate SDI input which supports up to
16 channels of embedded audio and eight AES 75ohm unbalanced audio inputs. A single mode fiber
interface with an LC/UPC connector provides an SDI output.
The 9215-FTx-EM can take in up to eight AES inputs and embeds them into any of the 16 possible
audio channels in an SD or HD-SDI output. If the input is a synchronous 48kHz signal, the audio will
be embedded into the SDI signal unaltered. If the input is not a synchronous 48kHz signal, it may be
converted using Sample Rate Conversion (SRC) before it is embedded on the SDI output.
The AES inputs have the following adjustments available: delay, gain, invert, and sum.
Card status and control parameters are displayed and configured using the DashBoard Control
System™.
Features
The 9215-FTx-EM includes the following features:
•Supports HD-SD SDI SMPTE-292M, 1.5Gbps and SMPTE 259M, 270Mbps
•Supports AES-3id-2001, and EBU tech 3250
•Audio embedding for all popular formats 480i, 576i, 720p, and 1080i
•Embeds four audio groups with selection of primary and backup sources
•Eight AES-3id 75ohm unbalanced inputs with SRC on DIN 1.0/2.3 connectors
•One SDI processed output
•Automatic input video format detection
•SNMP support available
•Input buffer with a bypass option
•User defined loss of signal output
•Audio controls such as gain, invert, delay, and sum
•Internally generated test patterns and test tones
•Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System™
•Fits 8321 series frames
•5-year transferable warranty

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Functional Block Diagram
This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the workflow of the 9215-FTx-EM.
Figure 1.1 9215-FTx-EM —Simplified Block Diagram

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Documentation Terms and Conventions
The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual:
•“Frame”refers to 8321 series frame that houses the 9215-FTx-EM, as well as any
openGear frames.
•All references to the 8321 series frame also includes all versions of the 8321 series frames
and any available options unless otherwise noted.
•“Operator”and “User”refer to the person who uses 9215-FTx-EM.
•“Board”, and “Card”refer to openGear terminal devices within openGear frames,
including all components and switches.
•“System”and “Video system”refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal
equipment in your environment.
•“-line mode ”refers to broadcast situations using NTSC composite (analog) signal
reference inputs.
•“-line mode ”refers to broadcast situations using PAL-B composite (analog) signal
reference inputs.
•“PAL”refers to PAL-B unless otherwise stated.
•“Operating Tips”and “Note”boxes are used throughout this manual to provide
additional user information.

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Installation
In This Chapter
This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the 9215-FTx-EM, installing
the card into the frame, cabling details, and updating the card software.
The following topics are discussed:
•Before You Begin
•Installing the 9215-FTx-EM
•Cabling for the 9215-FTx-EM
•Software Upgrades for the 9215-FTx-EM

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Static Discharge
Throughout this chapter, please heed the following cautionary note:
ESD Susceptibility —Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive
semiconductor devices. Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as
carpeted areas and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Always exercise proper grounding
precautions when working on circuit boards and related equipment.
Unpacking
Unpack each 9215-FTx-EM you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are
included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Cobalt Digital Inc.
directly.
Working with Fiber Optic Connectors
Keep the following in mind when working with fiber optic connectors:
•Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating sleeve, you must
clean the connector. All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must be clean. Follow
your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors.
•Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on. Refer to Figure
2.1 for dust cap locations.
•A poor optical connection is often similar to a poor electrical connection. Try removing
the connector, cleaning, and re-inserting the connector. A bad connection can result in
experiencing instability of signal, high loss, or a noisy signal.
Figure 2.1 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Installed
Installing the 9215-FTx-EM
This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in a 8321 series frame. You cannot install the 9215-
FTx-EM in a 8310 series or a 8320 series frame.

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Caution —Never attempt to look down the barrel of a connected fiber or device
transmitting an optical signal. The transmitted light is not in the visible spectrum and
may cause permanent eye damage. Turn off all laser sources before disconnecting
devices.
Rear Modules for the 9215-FTx-EM
When installing the 9215-FTx-EM in the 8321 series frames, the RM-20-9215-B Full Rear Module is
required. Refer to the section “8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview”for cable designations.
Installing a Rear Module
If the Rear Module is already installed, proceed to the section “Installing the 9215-FTx-EM”.
Use the following procedure to install a Rear Module in your 8321 series frame:
1. Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the frame.
2. Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the 9215-FTx-EM installation.
3. Remove the dust cap from the Fiber ports on the Rear Module that faces the interior of
the frame. Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 for dust cap locations.
Figure 2.2 Card Connectors Connectors with Dust Caps Removed
4. Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the
frame’s back plane.
5. Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top-edge of the frame back plane.
6. Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw, fasten the Rear Module to the back
plane of the frame. Do not over tighten.
7. Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with
Rear Modules or Blank Plates.
This completes the procedure for installing a Rear Module in your 8321 series frame.
Installing the 9215-FTx-EM
The 9215-FTx-EM uses a single mode, LC/UPC connector to interface with the RM20-9215-B Full
Rear Module. This section outlines how to install the 9215-FTx-EM in a 8321 series frame.

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Use the following procedure to install the 9215-FTx-EM in a 8321 series frame:
1. Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure “Installing a Rear Module”.
2. Ensure that the Rear Module the 8320AR-044 Full Rear Module.
3. Remove the dust caps from the connector on the card end.
•Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.3 for dust cap locations.
•Refer to the section “Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices”at the
beginning of this manual for safety information when handling fiber optic
components.
Figure 2.3 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Removed
4. Ensure that the exposed surface of the ceramic ferrule of the connectors is clean. Refer to
the section “Working with Fiber Optic Connectors”for cleaning tips.
5. Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card-edges with the slots in the frame.
6. Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plus is properly seated in the
Rear Module. You will feel a click when the card mates onto the rear module.
7. Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module.
8. Remove the dust cap from the Fiber 1 port (the topmost fiber optic port) on the Rear
Module that faces the exterior of the frame.
9. Ensure the ceramic ferrule of the Fiber 1 port connector is clean..
10. Cable your rear module as outlined in the section “Cabling for the 9215-FTx-EM”.
This completes the procedure for installing the 9215-FTx-EM in a 8321 series frame.

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Cabling for the 9215-FTx-EM
This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on the 8321s.
Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections.
The 9215-FTx-EM accommodates eight synchronous AES input streams at 48kHz or any asynchronous
AES streams from 32kHz to 96kHz with SRC enabled. Note that SRC should only be used with Pulse
Code Modulation (PCM) digital audio and not any form of compressed signal, such as Dolby®.
The optical connector used to mate the card to the rear module is designed for blind mate optical
connectors. All fiber interfaces are single mode fibers.
Notice —Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating
sleeve, you must clean the connector. All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must
be clean. Follow your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors.
Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on.
8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview
In the 8321 series frames, the 9215-FTx-EM is used with the RM20-9215-B Full Rear Module. Each
card occupies two slots and provides one SDI input, one SDI output, one fiber output, and eight
unbalanced AES inputs. (Figure 2.4 )
Figure 2.4 Cable Connections for the RM-20-9215-B
Rear Module

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Software Upgrades for the 9215-FTx-EM
This section provides instructions for installing a license key and upgrading the software for your 9215-
FTx-EM using the DashBoard Control System™.
Performing Software Upgrades
DashBoard enables you to upload software updages to the 9215-FTx-EM.
Use the following procedure to upload software to the 9215-FTx-EM:
1. Contact Technical Support for the latest software version file.
2. In DashBoard, display the Device tab of the 9215-FTx-EM by double-clicking its status
indicator in the Basic Tree View.
3. From the Device tab, click Upload to display the Select File for upload dialog box.
4. Navigate to the *.bin upload file you wish to upload. DashBoard automatically selects the
last directory that you loaded from.
5. Click Open to display a confirmation dialog box. This dialog box displays the selected
upload file name, type, size, and the file creation date.
6. From the Confirmation dialog box, select one of the following:
•Cancel —Select this option to cancel the upload of the file and return to the Device
View.
•Continue —Select this option to upload the file. While uploading, an Uploading
Progress dialog box opens.
Notice —Clicking the Cancel button while uploading will leave the card in an invalid state. Do
not click Cancel unless the uploading progress has stopped completely for 60 seconds or more.
If upload fails, repeat the upload process from DashBoard. If the upload process fails again, refe
r
to the section “Bootload Button”.
7. Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is upgraded
on your 9215-FTx-EM.
8. To complete the upgrade process, you must reboot the card as follows:
Note —The communications processor of the 9215-FTx-EM requires approximately
30 seconds to re-start and re-establish network communications.
•The 9215-FTx-EM automatically saves all your settings before starting the reboot
process.
•The status of all the cards in the frame are grayed out until the reboot process is
complete.
This completes the procedure to upload software to the 9215-FTx-EM.